Taiwan is the kind of place you return to. It revealed itself slowly — in local streets, steaming night-market stalls and the unplanned detours that turned out to be the best part.
Quick Facts
Best Time
Oct–Apr (cooler, drier)
Currency
New Taiwan Dollar (NT$)
Language
Mandarin Chinese
Visa
Visa-free for many (90 days)
Spots, Stories & Itineraries
← All of Asia🌾 Featured Spot
East Rift Valley
Rice paddies, hot springs and cycling routes between the mountains and the Pacific on Taiwan’s gentle east coast.
Hualien · Taitung
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🗓️ Itinerary
10 Days in Taiwan
A loop of city life, mountain scenery and culinary discovery — our complete day-by-day route.
10 Days · Couple
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📖 Travel Story
The Kind of Place You Return To
Why Taiwan got under our skin — local streets, night markets and unplanned detours.
Jan 2026
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🏙️ City Guide
Taipei
Markets, mountains-on-the-metro and the best of the capital — coming soon.
North Taiwan
Practical Tips for Taiwan
Getting Around
The High Speed Rail links the west coast fast; for the east and the mountains, rent a car or scooter. EasyCard works on almost all public transport.
Eat at Markets
Night markets are the heart of Taiwanese food culture. Go hungry, carry cash, and follow the longest local queues.
Avoid Typhoons
Typhoon season runs Jul–Sep. Travelling Oct–Apr means cooler weather and far fewer washed-out plans.
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